Senior Software Test Engineer

Every minute of every day, Smiths Detection’s threat detection and security screening technology helps to protect people and infrastructure, making the world a safer place. Smiths Detection is a global leader in the development, manufacture and management of security and detection solutions designed to make the world a safer place. Our technology provides threat detection and screening solutions for customers in our key markets: aviation, ports and borders, defence, and urban security. Our expertise spans 21 global offices, seven manufacturing sites and five R&D centres, with a global network of 3,000 dedicated colleagues contributing towards over 40 years at the frontline of advances in safety and security. This results in careers built on variety and the opportunity to work on a range of state-of-the-art solutions, where you can develop your knowledge and experience every day. Job Purpose: The Senior Software Test Engineer role ensures delivery of high‑quality, reliable, and secure software by leading comprehensive testing across distributed, microservices‑based applications. It involves designing and executing test cases, supporting automation frameworks, and integrating testing into CI/CD pipelines to validate functionality, performance, and scalability. By collaborating with cross‑functional teams, identifying and documenting issues, and driving continuous improvement, the role enhances product stability and accelerates delivery cycles. As per company policy, this role requires presence in the office 4 days per week. Duties: Test Case Development & Execution : Collaborate with senior engineers to develop and execute comprehensive test cases that align with project requirements, ensuring thorough testing of software functionality, performance, and security. Automation Support : Contribute to the development and maintenance of automated test scripts and frameworks. Assist in enhancing test automation coverage for both system-level and front-end applications. Issu